Understanding Süratul-Fatihah: The First Four Verses Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Lesson Plan: Süratul-Fatihah (Chapter 1, Verses 1-4)
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Topic: Süratul-Fatihah
Sub-topic: Verses 1-4
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Read the first four verses of Süratul-Fatihah.
- Differentiate Süratul-Fatihah from other Sürah.
- Identify the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.
Key Words
- Süratul-Fatihah
- Verses
- Differentiation
- Uses
Set Induction
Begin with a short prayer and recite Süratul-Fatihah together.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils might have heard or recited Süratul-Fatihah during prayers.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Quran with Süratul-Fatihah marked
- Flashcards with the first four verses
- Internet resources: www.pinterest.com
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Discuss the importance of prayers and how Süratul-Fatihah is used in daily prayers.
Embedded Core Skills
- Reading
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Personal development
- Digital literacy
Instructional Materials
- Flashcards with verses
- Whiteboard and markers
Content
- Introduction to Süratul-Fatihah:
- Süratul-Fatihah is the first chapter of the Quran.
- It consists of seven verses.
- It is recited in every unit of the Muslim prayer (Salah).
- Verses 1-4 of Süratul-Fatihah:
- Verse 1: “Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Raheem” (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)
- Verse 2: “Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin” (Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds)
- Verse 3: “Ar-Rahmanir-Raheem” (The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)
- Verse 4: “Maliki Yawmid-Deen” (Master of the Day of Judgment)
- Differentiating Süratul-Fatihah:
- Süratul-Fatihah is unique because it is recited in every unit of Salah.
- It is also known as “The Opening” chapter of the Quran.
- Uses of Süratul-Fatihah:
- Recited in daily prayers.
- Used in personal supplications.
- Known as a chapter of praise and guidance.
Presentation
Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic
- Briefly review the previous lesson on Arabic consonants.
Step 2: Introduction of New Topic
- Introduce the new topic: “Süratul-Fatihah (Verses 1-4)” using flashcards.
Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections
- Encourage pupils to read the verses.
- Use group activities to differentiate Süratul-Fatihah from other chapters.
- Guide pupils in identifying the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.
Teacher’s Activities
- Recite verses 1-4 of Süratul-Fatihah.
- Show and explain each verse using flashcards.
- Facilitate group discussions to differentiate and identify uses.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the teacher and repeat verses.
- Participate in group activities to differentiate chapters.
- Engage in think-pair-share activities to explain the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.
Assessment
- Oral questions to assess reading ability.
- Group activities to assess differentiation.
- Think-pair-share to assess understanding of uses.
Evaluation Questions
- Recite the first verse of Süratul-Fatihah.
- What does “Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Raheem” mean?
- Can you identify which chapter is known as “The Opening”?
- How many verses are in Süratul-Fatihah?
- What is the meaning of “Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin”?
- Why is Süratul-Fatihah recited in every Salah?
- What does “Ar-Rahmanir-Raheem” mean?
- Explain the meaning of “Maliki Yawmid-Deen”.
- How is Süratul-Fatihah different from other chapters?
- Name one use of Süratul-Fatihah.
Conclusion
- The teacher goes around to check pupils’ recitation.
- Gives feedback and corrects mistakes.
- Ends with a recitation of Süratul-Fatihah together.
More Useful Links
- Who is Allah? Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
- Learning the Arabic Alphabets: Alif to Sad Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
- Mastering the Arabic Consonants: From Alif to Ya Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3